Vintage Tiger's Eye Briolette Drop Pendant in Yellow Gold
Elegant and understated, this vintage pendant showcases the natural beauty of tiger’s eye in a sleek, elongated drop design. Dating to circa the 1960s, the pendant features a polished tiger’s eye briolette with rich brown and golden tones that shift beautifully as the stone moves in the light. Its slender teardrop silhouette gives the piece a graceful appearance while keeping the gemstone's distinctive chatoyancy as the focus. The tiger’s eye is finished with a sculptural 14k yellow gold cap that follows the stone's tapered shape, creating a seamless transition between gemstone and metal. A simple articulated bail allows the pendant to move freely when worn, adding subtle movement that further highlights the stone’s silky bands of color. Warm yellow gold naturally complements the earthy shades of the tiger’s eye, giving the design a wonderfully cohesive look. With its clean lines and restrained Mid-Century styling, this pendant is an easy piece to incorporate into both vintage and contemporary jewelry collections. The elongated silhouette feels sophisticated without being overly formal, while the natural variation within the tiger’s eye ensures that the pendant has plenty of visual interest. A beautiful example of the gemstone-focused jewelry designs popular during the mid-20th century. Details: Vintage tiger’s eye briolette drop pendant crafted in 14k yellow gold, featuring an elongated polished tiger’s eye with a sculptural gold cap and articulated bail. Circa 1960s.